Karina, also known as Gluten Free Goddess, posted a very thorough and helpful list of what to avoid when you can’t have gluten. Please click on the this link. Before you read it, remember, it can be overwhelming at first to realize how much you CAN’T have when you can’t eat gluten. But once you get past your first hissy fit (we all have them), you’ll realize how much you CAN still eat!

Karina Allrich

Thanks for the shout-out, Ellen! It is daunting at first, but a glance through your recipes, and my recipes, proves there is still so much great food to enjoy. Take care! xox

Martha

Thank you for that link, Ellen. Very helpful.

Jessus

im only 19 – thought coeliac disease was horrible news – was feeling really upset about it..but your blog made me realise its not that bad after all

thank you so much

GFE–gluten free easily

Your closing statement is such an excellent point, Ellen! Most of us consider being gluten free a blessing after the initial adjustment. Now that I am actually aware of what I’m eating all the time, I eat much better and I’m trying new foods and recipes all the time–how cool is that? Of course, the fact that I feel like a completely different person is a huge payback, too.

Shirley

Bethany

“First hissy fit”–I came home from college and sat at my mom’s table and cried. A year later I’m managing quite well although I somtimes get depressed when I realize I will never enjoy the same fluffiness in a cinnamon roll ever again. It makes baking more exciting though because each triumph is that much harder earned! And I love vegan buckwheat pancakes myself…

I Am Gluten Free

Karina – yes, yes, yes, millions of recipes!

Martha – you are most welcome!

Jessus – so glad I could help. Keep coming back for more and email anytime you need a shoulder. We’re all in this together!

GFE – I agree with you – I AM a different person than I was pre-Celiac. And I’m so much better for it.

Bethany – it was shocking to all of us. Nobody wants to be that different. But eventually, you get used to it and you realize it’s really not that bad. By the way, have you tried making my cinnamon rolls? Look in my archives under Breakfast. They’re yummy!

"When you're interested, you do what is convenient. When you're committed, you do whatever it takes." Stacey Morgenstern

Disclaimer

Please note that the information contained on this site is culled from the personal research, beliefs, and experiences of the author and is not meant to prevent, diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. It is best for you to consult with your doctor if you want to make changes to your diet. Under no circumstances can the author of this blog be held liable for any loss or other damages including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential, or any other damages.